Electricity rates in Oakland, MD
Oakland (1,875 people, Garrett County) is served by The Potomac Edison Company. Homes on The Potomac Edison Company pay about 16.47¢/kWh, 22% less than the Maryland average.
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Electric companies serving Oakland
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Potomac Edison Company | Investor-owned utility | 16.47¢ | $184 | 253K | 399 |
Power outages in Garrett County right now
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Outage history in Garrett County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 396 | 1,094 |
| Days with outages | 70 | 89 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,947 (29%) | 5,808 (42.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-02-23 | 2025-06-20 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (396 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Mountain Lake Park 16.5¢
- Westernport 16.5¢
- Lonaconing 16.5¢
- Frostburg 16.5¢
- Cresaptown 16.5¢
- Potomac Park 16.5¢
- Bowling Green 16.5¢
- La Vale 16.5¢
- Cumberland 16.5¢
- Hancock 16.5¢
ZIP codes: 21550
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Oakland?
Most homes in Oakland get power from The Potomac Edison Company, where residential customers pay an average of 16.47¢/kWh including all charges. The Maryland average is 21.03¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Oakland?
About $183 a month, based on 1,114 kWh a month (the average for The Potomac Edison Company customers) at 16.47¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Oakland, MD?
The Potomac Edison Company serves Oakland.
How often does the power go out in Oakland?
In 2025, customers in Garrett County averaged 18 hr 14 min without power. Outages hit 89 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-20, when 5,808 customers (42.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.